This is the 3831st most frequent German word.
shakespeare
The German word "Shakespeare" refers to William Shakespeare, the famous English playwright and poet. It is a proper noun and does not have a separate meaning in German.
Refers to Shakespeare as a renowned individual known for his works.
Shakespeare ist einer der bekanntesten Dramatiker der Welt.
Shakespeare is one of the most famous playwrights of the world.
Indicates Shakespeare as the author of the play being read.
Ich lese gerade ein Stück von Shakespeare.
I am currently reading a play by Shakespeare.
Uses Shakespeare metaphorically to compare a person's writing style to that of the famous playwright.